Hi J.D., You’ve recently let us know that you prefer to be called J.D. (not JohnnyD or John or any other variation.) We love you. You continue to have such a sweet spirit. You also continue to be so full of what sometimes seems like nonstop energy. You’re trying hard to obey these days, and[…]

J.D., You’re such a cool dude. I have one million things to remember about you in these past six months, but I’ll have to settle for the list I managed to write out. So here goes: Your birthday party was memorable. We were outside during a light snow. You said, “Don’t worry. It’s just wrinkles.”[…]

Fairley, You are 5 1/2 years old now, and you’re so excited about it! In typical Fairley fashion, you made a sign and a few announcements about turning 5 1/2. You’re so thrilled to grow up, and I’m thrilled to get to watch you! Recently, you held a book club. You made a list of[…]

Dear John, (Per your request for us to now call you John)- You are now 3 years old. It seems you’ve been awaiting this day for awhile. You no longer want to be called “little” in any form. You want to be treated like a “big kid.” You see your sister do things (still with[…]

Fairley, I don’t even know where to begin. You have become quite the little young lady over these past five years. I love so much about the sweet girl that God has made you to be. -You are devoted – to your family, your friends, God, to anything you love. You love fiercely. -You talk[…]

J.D. Buddy, You’ve let me know that you’re Big Dad’s Buddy, so I can’t call you just “Buddy” anymore. You did let me still have “J.D. Buddy” though. Only one more month until you turn 3 years old. How is my baby (who’s actually a big boy) going to be 3?! Here are a few[…]

Buddy, The months are flying by, and you are growing so quickly! Here are a few things to remember from this month: You have a super grateful heart. You told the pilot (without me prompting you), “Thank you for the plane ride!” and you told Uncle Aaron, “Thank you for letting us borrow your car!”[…]

Dear Super J.D., You’re proudly 2 3/4 years old now. I definitely think you are super, and so does your sister. She once told me that you really are her super hero. We all love you and your strong, determined, silly self! Here are a few memorable things from this month: “breakthist” for breakfast and[…]